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1. How can non Microsoft PCs connect to print services?
Not supported
A suite of tools that allow administrators to understand - control - and manage the quantity and types of data stored on the servers.
Run slmgr.vbs -ato and then open up 3389 on windows firewall using netsh.
Print services for unix can be configured to share out with the LPD (Line Printer Daemon) and clients send print jobs to LPD using LPR (Line printer remote) client software.
2. What is the RACAgent?
A scheduled task that runs by default collecting information for the Reliability monitor. If disabled it must reenabled manually from the task scheduler mmc snapin.
Set IE back to its default settings
DNS suffix search lists
It can be configured to to state the minimum level of system health. Example: To require or not require anitvirus - antipiracy - or firewall to connect to the network.
3. What does DRIVERQUERY /SI do?
By using the dnscmd /zoneexport command.
Yes
It will display driver signing status
So you can use a system management solution - such as Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager 2007 - to deliver the database to multiple computers and then use the SDBInst.exe command-line tool to install the database. The SDBInst command-line
4. What should you do if a host file is missing?
You add it back to a DNS zone - clear the server DNS cache and clients DNS cache.
Encapsulating Security payload protocol used for encryption the packets created by the AH.
Attach to the VHD file created by Windows Backup. You can attach to a VHD file using Disk Management or DISKPART
It is the Microsoft SMB client for accessing shared network resources
5. How do you setup DNS single label (unqualified) name resolution?
Disable AutoComplete in Internet Explorer
Only Windows Vista can be directly upgraded to Windows 7 and only if you upgrade within the same processor architecture (X86 or X84).
Modify the service startup to automatic and also enable the proper NAP enforcement client (DHCP - EAP - RDGATEWAY - IPSEC).Configured for manual start by default.
Setup a GlobalNames zone.
6. What needs to be enabled for smart card logon?
EAP authentication needs to be enabled for remote access authentication (dial up - VPN - wireless) -.
It designates an authoritative DNS server - not the soa record.
Yes - it can be modified to apply to a network location.
IPsec to authenticate both the computer and user - allowing IT to manage the computer before the user logs on. Optionally - you can require a smart card for user authentication. It also leverages IPsec to provide encryption for communications across
7. How does Transparent Caching lead to improved end-user response times and decreased bandwidth consumption over the WAN links to the server?
By caching reads to remote files over a slow network in the Offline Files (CSC) cache. Subsequent reads to the same file are then satisfied from the client (cache) after verifying the integrity of the cached copy.
Internet Protocol security (IPsec) and Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6).
Command line equilivant of Server Manager. You can install/remove roles and features on server 2008?
For example - you can create a rule that allows all Windows processes to run except Registry Editor (Regedit.exe).
8. What are the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 7?
Use the Programs and Features Control Panel applet to
1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor - 1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit) - 16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) - DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver
To display friendly labels to capture packet address headers.
Boot the computer with a WINDOWS PE disk that contains a copy of IMAGEX.
9. What are the ESRB Ratings?
EARLY CHILDHOOD - EVERYONE - EVERYONE 10+ - TEEN - MATURE - ADULTS ONLY - RATING PENDING
It is a advertisement of a service. The record is configured with the service provided - a port number and weight?
Subtract the number of bits in the mask from 32 bits (255.255.255.255). Take the result (x) and have 2 to the power of the result (2^x). Subtract that final result by 2 and that is the amount of host addresses available.
From the Network Policy Access Services role in system manager.
10. What does PNPUTIL.EXE do?
EAP protocol.
To perform very fast searches of the most common files on your computer. The easiest way to add something to the index is to include a folder in a library. When you do that - the content in that folder is automatically indexed.
It insert drivers into the Windows Driver Store so that users can add the associated PNP hardware without having to provide the driver or administrator credentials
Boot to a Windows 7 setup DVD and run System Restore or boot to a System Repair Disk.
11. How do you make a Windows 7 Answer File used for unattended setup?
Problem history but also application installation history.
The DFS service attempts to keep the domain based namespace highly consistent by polling the pcd emulator after the namespace changes. This bypasses the needing to wait for the ad replication to update the namespace object. This can increase load on
EAP protocol.
They are written in XML and be created using the Windows System Image Manager or a text editor like notepad.
12. What account must be used to activate a DHCP server in active directory?
A collection of logs created by computers fowarding events. Viewed on the collecting computer.
DHCPv6 obtains additional configuration settigns.
Specify this file with both the ScanState and LoadState commands to migrate application settings to computers running Windows Vista or Windows 7.
Enterprise Admins
13. What is AH?
It designates an authoritative DNS server - not the soa record.
It is the authentication header protocol and digitally sign packets but not encrypt them.
The ICMP protocol.
Contains a list of dynamically updated list of authorities for the zone.
14. What preforms authentication at a computer level for vpn?
Use IPCONFIG or Status Details for the Network Connection.
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First the local link address sends a router discovery packet (Router Solicitation message). If the router request is received then a Public address corrosponding to the global or unique local address prefix in the message.
L2TP/IPSEC with EAP-TLS.
15. What is a DHCP relay agent?
It is where Internet access is direct and not routed through the VPN - configure advanced TCPIP network properties and uncheck the option "Use Default Gateway on Remote Network".
It can can forward requests from DHCP clients for ip addresses to a remote DHCP server.
Shaking (quickly dragging back and forth) a window minimizes all other windows. Shaking it again brings them back.
Usually if the DHCP server is installed as the ad server - if it is a member server then it needs to be assigned manually.
16. What port uses PPTP uses?
Configure aging and scavenging.
driveletter:\\WindowsImageBackup\
It enables you to surf the web without leaving a trail in Internet Explorer. This helps prevent anyone else who might be using your computer from seeing where you visited and what you looked at on the web. You can start InPrivate Browsing from the ne
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17. How do you initiate a zone transfer?
Run scripts
Generates a space-estimate file called Usmtsize.txt. This option does not collect the user state. You must also specify /nocompress.
Use dnscmd /zonerefresh.
The requesting of user authentication prior to connecting to the terminal server. This completes the user aoth before reaching the logon screen making the server more secure. This helps fight Denial of Service attacks - malicious users/software.
18. What is Internet Explorer Content Advisor?
Enabled searching for content on remote locations right from the Explorer itself. Integrating federated search into Windows gives users the benefits of using familiar tools and workflows to search remote data. This enhanced integration provides the a
It is a security component that enables users to perform common tasks as non-administrators - called standard users in Windows 7 - and as administrators without having to switch users - log off - or use Run As.
A tool for controlling the types of content that your computer can access on the Internet. After you turn on Content Advisor - only rated content that meets or exceeds your criteria can be viewed. You can adjust the settings to suit your preferences.
SP3
19. How do you view failed WSUS updates on the client PC?
IN the WindowsUpdateClient log in the system log portion of event viewer.
The Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool replaces the pkgmgr - PEImg - and IntlConfg tools that are being retired in Windows 7. DISM provides a single centralized tool for performing all of the functions of these three tools in a mor
Duplicate file identification - disk usage patterns - dormant files identification - and audit screening.
The DHCP server will ping an ip address before assigning it.
20. How do you calculate the original subnet mask of a network that was divided in to multiple networks?
It can enable a windows feature on an offline image with the /Enable-Feature option
Take the number of networks and take the square root of it. Subtract that number from the subnet mask. The result is the original mask.
By the RRAS manager or from the command line. For the subnet you can either use the / command or the octet subnet. Example: Route -p add 192.168.1.0/24 192.168.1.1
Yes
21. What does User Rights policy governs?
Who can shutdown a computer
Ina periority orderd based on the permission in the priority list. The first policy that is marked True from the conditions is selected. This order of policies can affect weather or not a user can remote access (dialup - vpn - wireless).
IPSEC
Problem Steps Recorder in the Windows 7 operating system is a feature that enables users to record their interactions with an application and provide a detailed screen-by-screen view with accompanying information including mouse clicks and keyboard i
22. Wireless profiles _____________ - the PC needs to be connected to the LAN first.
Shaking (quickly dragging back and forth) a window minimizes all other windows. Shaking it again brings them back.
It is a command-line tool which relies on Windows Remote Management (WinRM) to execute remote commands. The basic syntax for WinRS commands is as follows: winrs -r:target command - where target is the name (NetBIOS or FQDN) of the remote computer tha
A text-mode command interpreter that enables you to manage objects (disks - partitions - or volumes) by using scripts or direct input at a command prompt.
Can be configured through a GPO
23. What is the name of the folder that stores all the system backup images?
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24. What are IPV6 host records in DNS?
They are AAAA records.
All you have to do is purchase an upgrade key from Microsoft or another authorized retailer to unlock those new features.
Certain firewall rules configured for the Peer Discovery and Content Retrieval.
Only Windows Vista can be directly upgraded to Windows 7 and only if you upgrade within the same processor architecture (X86 or X84).
25. What requirements must your system must meet to use BranchCache?
Hovering over a taskbar icon shows thumbnail of that program. Hovering over the thumbnail shows a preview of that program in full view. Aero Peek also refers to the "Show desktop" button to the far right of the new taskbar.
They are designed to provide concise and impartial information about the content in computer and video games so consumers - especially parents - can make an informed purchase decision. ESRB ratings have two equal parts: rating symbols suggest age app
Attach to the VHD file created by Windows Backup. You can attach to a VHD file using Disk Management or DISKPART
Client computers must be running Windows 7 - with the BranchCache feature enabled. Web servers file servers must be running Windows Server 2008 R2 - with the BranchCache feature enabled.
26. How do you install RRAS?
So the downstream servers can recieve its approved updates via parent server. This allows multiple points of deployment. Downstream servers also can be delegated the permission to approve their own updates
Vista SP1 and Server 2008 and above.
Encapsulating Security payload protocol used for encryption the packets created by the AH.
From the Network Policy Access Services role in system manager.
27. How do you add the Windows 7 VHD to the boot choices menu?
Duplicate file identification - disk usage patterns - dormant files identification - and audit screening.
Creates a bootable CD that runs the Windows Recovery Environment (WRE)
Configure a GPO to modify the computers location to look for updates.
Use the BCDEDIT.EXE command
28. What is a HOSTS file?
Specify this file with both the ScanState and LoadState commands to migrate application settings to computers running Windows Vista or Windows 7.
A file that can be used to perform FQDN name resolution in the absence of a DNS server.
By using the DISM command with a /Set-Edition option: Example: DISM /IMAGE:C:SAMPLE.WIM /Set-Edition:Ultimate
Some information—such as cookies and temporary Internet files—so that the webpages you visit will work correctly. However - at the end of your InPrivate Browsing session - this information is discarded.
29. How do you setup multiple mx records?
Sett up a priority for the preferred smtp server.
Promiscuous mode allows you to monitor another machine without installing network monitor on the PC you are trying to monitor.
When you plug a ReadyBoost-compatible storage device into your computer - the AutoPlay dialog box offers you the option to speed up your PC using ReadyBoost. If you select this option - you can choose how much memory on the device to use for this pur
They are in the first 48 bits /48
30. What does the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor do?
The Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool replaces the pkgmgr - PEImg - and IntlConfg tools that are being retired in Windows 7. DISM provides a single centralized tool for performing all of the functions of these three tools in a mor
Internet Protocol security (IPsec) and Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6).
A feature that regularly creates and saves information about your computer's system files and settings. System protection also saves previous versions of files that you've modified. It saves these files in restore points - which are created just befo
It sees if your PC is ready for Windows 7. It scans your hardware - devices - and installed programs for known compatibility issues - gives you guidance on how to resolve potential issues found - and recommends what to do before you upgrade.
31. How do you restore individual files?
Either from wbadmin or windows server backup.
A .WFW file
A new feature in Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 that replaces the Software Restriction Policies (SRP) feature. One of the advantages of Applocker rules over SRP is you can assign a rule to a security group or an individual user.
You will need to run "Startup Repair" from within the Windows Recovery Environment (WRE)
32. Does the Advanced Firewall already has a predefined Homegroup inbound rule?
It contains new capabilities and extensions that you can: Define rules based on file attributes - Create exceptions to rules - Import and export rules - and use audit-only mode.
By unbinding the DHCP protocol from the nic attached to the subnet.
Yes - it can be modified to apply to a network location.
Through a GPO under Application Control Policies in the Computer Security Settings Node.
33. What do you provide to Scanstate to prevent certain system settings from being migrated?
A CONFIG.XML file
Use dnscmd /recorddelete
EAP protocol.
Yes - Removable Storage Access policies within a GPO can be used to restrict user's access to devices like USB drives - CDDVD drives - Floppy Disks - Tape Drives - etc.
34. You can still ___________ if root hints are disabled.
Forward to another DNS server
Can be configured through a GPO
Create persistent connections to computers with POWERSHELL
IN the WindowsUpdateClient log in the system log portion of event viewer.
35. What mode is BranchCache configured for branch offices with fewer than 50 users?
Distributed Cache mode. In this mode - local Windows 7 clients keep a copy of the content and make it available to other authorized clients that request the same data. This eliminates the need to have a server in the branch office. However - unlike H
It create a report of which files will be migrated
A new Microsoft proprietary file system supported in Windows 7 which is intended for flash drives but often called FAT64 - limit of 264 bytes (16 Exabytes).
They must be configured with the ip addresses of the radius server.
36. Where is Reliability Monitor data kept?
In the registry. To bind to another computer remotly the remote registry service needs to run on the target PC.
Distributed Cache mode. In this mode - local Windows 7 clients keep a copy of the content and make it available to other authorized clients that request the same data. This eliminates the need to have a server in the branch office. However - unlike H
Use Safe Mode and then roll back the driver if it was recently updated.
Use IPV6 Unique Local Addresses.
37. What is a NAP policy?
A WDDM driver for the graphics card and a Windows Experience index of 3.0 or greater.
A collection of logs created by computers fowarding events. Viewed on the collecting computer.
A tool for controlling the types of content that your computer can access on the Internet. After you turn on Content Advisor - only rated content that meets or exceeds your criteria can be viewed. You can adjust the settings to suit your preferences.
It is a network health policy defines the minumum level of client health required to connect to the network.
38. What can you use the User State Migration Tools (USMT) for?
Install NAP on the computer with the DHCP service.Configure NAP as a RADIUS proxy and forward connection requests to the RADIUS server.
A stability index rating and specific event information. Data is propagated 24 hours after system installation.
Use the BCDEDIT.EXE command
Streamline and simplify user state migration during large deployments of Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating systems. USMT captures user accounts - user files - operating system settings - and application settings - and then migrates them to a new
39. Where is the Troubleshoot option for fixing common problems located?
You can add more space to existing primary partitions and logical drives by extending them into adjacent unallocated space on the same disk. To extend a basic volume - it must be raw or formatted with the NTFS file system.
It can be configured to to state the minimum level of system health. Example: To require or not require anitvirus - antipiracy - or firewall to connect to the network.
Devices and Printers Control Panel applet has a
A new feature in Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 that replaces the Software Restriction Policies (SRP) feature. One of the advantages of Applocker rules over SRP is you can assign a rule to a security group or an individual user.
40. You can configure ____________ in group policy.
WPA2 and 802.1x but require EAP-TLS to be enable.
Enterprise Admins
DNS suffix search lists
Run scripts
41. How do you setup Ready Boost?
WPA-Personal (uses a preshared key)
Writes changes to a mounted WIM file - DISM /UNMOUNT-WIM /DISCARD will roll the changes back
It can enable a windows feature on an offline image with the /Enable-Feature option
When you plug a ReadyBoost-compatible storage device into your computer - the AutoPlay dialog box offers you the option to speed up your PC using ReadyBoost. If you select this option - you can choose how much memory on the device to use for this pur
42. What drive is System protection is automatically setup on?
For the drive that Windows is installed on. System protection can only be turned on for drives that are formatted using the NTFS file system.
Boot Configuration Database - Boot Configuration Data (BCD) files provide a store that is used to describe boot applications and boot application settings. The objects and elements in the store effectively replace Boot.ini.
Specify this file with both the ScanState and LoadState commands to migrate application settings to computers running Windows Vista or Windows 7.
By caching reads to remote files over a slow network in the Offline Files (CSC) cache. Subsequent reads to the same file are then satisfied from the client (cache) after verifying the integrity of the cached copy.
43. What does Microsoft Transform files (MST) do?
Clear the content being cached
The system will shut down. The next time you start this system (after cloning it) - it will install with the settings in the XML file. The Computer Name will be automatically generated.
Modifies the installation of a Windows Installer Package (.MSI) and can be invoked with MSIEXEC.EXE
Devices and Printers Control Panel applet has a
44. What should you do if you receive warnings that your virtual memory is low?
The ICMP protocol.
Use AD integrated zones so the clients can update to more than one DNS server.
Increase the minimum size of your paging file. Windows sets the initial minimum size of the paging file equal to the amount of random access memory (RAM) installed on your computer plus 300 megabytes (MB) - and the maximum size equal to three times t
Use the route delete command.
45. What is Optimize for Consistency polling mode do?
The DFS service attempts to keep the domain based namespace highly consistent by polling the pcd emulator after the namespace changes. This bypasses the needing to wait for the ad replication to update the namespace object. This can increase load on
It governs remote access and a user must meet the conditions of at least one of the policies.
It is a advertisement of a service. The record is configured with the service provided - a port number and weight?
Use dnscmd /zonerefresh.
46. How do you secure a WSUS connection to a remote SQL server?
Only sites added to the local Intranet Zones
It is submitted to Microsoft for "device signing" to ensure the driver was adequately tested and will not affect the integrity of the operating system. Critical files are digitally signed so that any changes to these may be easily detected. However n
Encapsulating Security payload protocol used for encryption the packets created by the AH.
IPSEC
47. What does windows cardspace do?
Contains a list of dynamically updated list of authorities for the zone.
It backs up digitally identities to a password protected file.
Windows PE and Windows.old.
WPA-Enterprise (radius authentication)
48. What event viewer log is the Radius server (NPS) logs stored?
Certain firewall rules configured for the Peer Discovery and Content Retrieval.
The local security logs.
Hovering over a taskbar icon shows thumbnail of that program. Hovering over the thumbnail shows a preview of that program in full view. Aero Peek also refers to the "Show desktop" button to the far right of the new taskbar.
The domain profile not the public or private.
49. What should you use for enhanced wireless security?
Used to control power settings and configure computers to default to Hibernate or Standby modes. For example - running Powercfg.exe -energy will analyze the computer for energy efficiency.
Print services for unix can be configured to share out with the LPD (Line Printer Daemon) and clients send print jobs to LPD using LPR (Line printer remote) client software.
You will be prompted to reconnect online. To disable offline mode - select it from the Tools menu.
Use WPA with AES encryption. WPA-Personal requires a preshared key and WPA-Enterprise uses Radius Authentication.
50. What command is used to view the network monitor via command line?
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They are written in XML and be created using the Windows System Image Manager or a text editor like notepad.
By using the dnscmd /zoneexport command.
NMCAP. You can initiate a packet capture and make a .cap file to replay later. It allows you to accept a .cap files as input useful in parsing traffic by different ports or ip address. Example: NMCap /inputcapture test.cap /capture IPV4.Address ==10.